Using SMART Board solutions in Architecture, Engineering and Construction

In B2B circles, great technology strides are being made in areas you don’t read about in the Web headlines each day. But these tech advancements are touching humans in ways not seen five years ago, designed for humans to lead, teach and instruct.

For professionals in Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) communities, there are amazing tools being put to use. Real-time connectivity is allowing for increased communication on projects, work sites are being rendered in 3-D modeling and scores of workers are training in understanding the latest projects using audio-visual solutions with interactive technology innovations.

Among the creative leaders in this area are leading-edge companies like SMART Technologies and AutoDesk Navisworks, whose technologies are bringing new excitement to the AEC community, while fostering new complementary opportunities for industry visionaries.

Autodesk Navisworks makes project review software products to help architecture, engineering, and construction professionals gain control over project outcomes. When combined with SMART interactive technology, its software can integrate, share, and review models and multiformat data with every project participant. Teams get better organized through complex installation projects using a comprehensive set of integration, analysis, and communication tools, even before construction or renovation begins.

It’s a fascinating leap into the future right now, and professionals are finding greater uses for these blending technologies. See below for a fascinating demo into how innovations from these two companies are helping design teams in AEC communities all over the country.

Other companies involved in installing integrated audio-visual solutions for business and education markets are also seeing opportunities with these technologies. CCS Presentation Systems, one of the country’s leading providers of audio video products and solutions, works on high-quality, on-time project installations for many leading audio-visual systems projects. From Ritz-Carlton hotel projects to large-scale casino installations and school classroom connections, CCS can utilize many digital solutions for discerning customers. It has found a growing market in using SMART Board interactive whiteboards in education, but also in corporate and government opportunities.

SMART interactive whiteboards and displays, software, services and support work seamlessly together, helping users move objects onscreen, or open files, applications, websites or multimedia. Project participants can write notes in digital ink, save them into files and share instantly via e-mail – and all participants can see and contribute to the work in real time, regardless of location.

Collaboration and training are key to the software’s potential in business. As construction projects become more sophisticated, engineers need to work with increasingly complex information from multiple cross-functional teams. Virtual design and construction (VDC) makes efficient communication between disciplines essential. SMART business solutions help by enabling these engineers to share information and plans, quickly and effectively.

One of the best examples of CCS Presentation Systems’ work with our district is the integrated system they designed for our Governing Board Room. CCS took the time to understand our needs and they came up with an innovative and highly professional solution. The results are outstanding.

Jeff HolderAlhambra Elementary School District

What level of service can you expect from CCS? John Lynch, Director of Information Systems of Medical Professional Associates (MedPro) of Phoenix, Arizona, explains the CCS difference, “From my first contact with CCS, the willingness to understand and meet our needs was apparent. Prior to making any specific recommendations, the sales representative took the time to research our projection system requirements and our facilities. MedPro was able to make the wisest possible decision from a selection of viable solutions that balance capabilities and cost. CCS is clearly committed to building long-term customer relationships based on value-added service that always goes the extra mile. What CCS promises, CCS delivers.

John LynchMedical Professional Associates of Phoenix

Kent Duffy, elaborates on the district’s selection of CCS as the provider of presentation equipment and services. “Competitive pricing is only the beginning of MCCD requirements. Over the past three years, CCS provided 80 projectors and built 12 teacher workstations. The number of installations overwhelmed many of the potential bidders for our projector business. CCS is one of the few companies with the skill and the resources to successfully tackle a challenge such as the 23 installations they completed in less than 90 days.”Duffy was equally enthusiastic about CCS Presentation Systems from a service viewpoint, “Our CCS account representative does more than respond to questions or requests. I receive regular courtesy calls just to confirm my continued satisfaction. Value-added services like extended factory warranties or the rapid replacement of key equipment becomes part of the total service package we enjoy with CCS.

Kent DuffyMaricopa County Community College

I have had the pleasure of knowing Rian since 1999 and have worked with him on all our audio/visual needs, including design, integration, and installation of our corporate boardroom, office and home theatre systems. Rian is without a doubt the most knowledgeable, accomplished and experienced professional in the audio/visual technology industry that I have ever encountered. Rian has always demonstrated quality and professionalism in his dealings with our company.

Robert T. EgletMainor Eglet Cottle

We are a very large real estate developer and CCS brought to us this idea of, what we call a megawall. It is four 60″ plasma display screens and stands 7 feet tall. We have seven other LCD monitors around the room with speakers above them. The system is activated when you step on a pressure sensitive pad in the carpet. The system is totally amazing. CCS Presentation Systems answered all of our questions and were responsive to our needs. Working with CCS was a very good experience from the beginning to the very end. They didn’t leave me hanging once and I appreciate that.

Lynn HalkLakewood Ranch

I was incredibly pleased with the installation. I have purchased a great deal of equipment for the library from a wide variety of companies, and your team at CCS is the best I’ve ever dealt with. The guys did such a great job on the install and answered all of my many questions. I can’t tell you how impressed our staff is with the new system and install; my library schedule is filling up fast with teachers who are anxious to use the new system. I am extremely happy with everything and will certainly continue to recommend you to our staff.

Sara NielsenDowney Unified School District

CCS Presentation Systems is a preferred supplier of audio video products and multimedia presentation systems to the education, corporate and government markets.